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Senior Construction Project Manager in Detroit

Date Posted: 01 June 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Construction Project Manager to take the lead on high-impact commercial and industrial builds from preconstruction to closeout. In this role, you will be the primary liaison between our firm, clients, and subcontractors, ensuring that large-scale projects are safely delivered on time and within budget.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Project Execution: Manage full-lifecycle construction projects, overseeing design integration, estimating, and scheduling.
  • Financial Stewardship: Control job budgets, develop cost-to-complete forecasts, and skillfully negotiate contracts and change orders to secure profitability.
  • Stakeholder Management: Maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients, architects, and trade partners.
  • Risk Management: Identify project risks early, resolve conflicts, and adapt quickly to changing site conditions.
  • Leadership & Mentorship: Act as the on-site leader, directly supervising project teams (including Superintendents and Assistant PMs) and supporting junior staff development.

 

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
  • Experience: \(8+\) years of progressive project management experience within the commercial or industrial construction sector.
  • Technical Mastery: Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, Primavera P6).
  • Certifications: OSHA 30 and a valid Driver’s License required. PMP or CCM certifications are highly preferred.

 

Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Health benefits
  • Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
  • Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (if applicable)
  • Long-term growth opportunity with a strong pipeline of projects

 Please reach me Joe Stephens at 712-317-8483 or by email at joe.stephens@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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